Aeris ยท 6 hours ago
Director Product Management, Automotive
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $208K/yr
8+ years expAeris Communications Inc. is a leader in cellular IoT, specializing in automotive technology and connected vehicle solutions. As a Director of Product Management, you will lead product innovation, define product strategy for Software Defined Vehicles, and oversee the product lifecycle while collaborating with various teams to ensure successful market entry.
Internet of ThingsNetwork SecurityPower GridTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Develop Product Strategy: Identify target markets, define product vision, and set goals and objectives for the product
Conduct Market Research: Gather and analyze data on customer needs, market trends, and competitive landscape to inform product development and positioning
Create Product Roadmaps: Develop a plan for the product's development and release, and communicating this plan to stakeholders
Create User Stories: Create user stories that describe the desired functionality and behavior of the product from the perspective of the customer based on the market research
Manage the Product Lifecycle: Oversee the development, launch, and ongoing maintenance and improvement of the product
Establish Performance Metrics: Create performance metrics to measure the success of the product, including key performance indicators such as market share, and revenue
Outline the Financial Projection: Create the financial projection outlining the projected revenue, expenses, and profit margins for the next 5 years based on the target market share, product strategy, and pricing strategy
Manage the product budget and resources: Work with Engineering, Sales and Marketing to allocate resources and manage costs to ensure that the product is delivered on time and within budget
Collaborate in developing Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy: Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to develop Go-to-Market strategy for bringing the product to market
Being the voice of the customer: Represent the needs and wants of the customer throughout the product development process
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, or a related field with MBA or advanced degree preferred
Proven experience (8+ years) in product management or solution architecture roles within the automotive industry
Deep understanding of the automotive ecosystem including the key challenges as it relates to next gen connected car
Demonstrated success in leading product teams and driving product strategy and development
Must have solid understanding of automotive architecture, and connected car solutions
Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret market data to make informed decisions
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner
Innovative mindset with a passion for creating groundbreaking solutions that exceed customer expectations
A strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision with short-term execution
Strong leadership abilities, fostering collaboration and empowering team members
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical / dental / vision insurance
401(k)
Company
Aeris
Aeris is the only cellular network designed and built exclusively for machines.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TA Associates
2025-11-21Private Equity
2017-11-01Series Unknown
2015-08-01Convertible Note
Leadership Team
Aziz Benmalek
CEO & Board Director
Drew Johnson
Chief Technology Officer, Head of Engineering & Operations
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